Each term the Spiritual Care Team join forces with the Recovery College to take students and staff on a visit to a local Faith & Belief Community. This is a great way to learn more about the different beliefs and perspectives that shape the Black Country and also see in action all the great things that Faith Communities are doing in the local c...

You may have seen this Advert whilst you are out and about or online, the LGBT Foundation supported by JCDecaux Community Channel, have launched a fantastic campaign - This is What a Woman Looks Like celebrating the beauty and complexity of what it means to be and look like a woman in 2025. Here's what they said in the campaign: "In ...

Learning Disability Week takes place in the third week of June every year. The theme for 2025 is "Do you see me?" which is all about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and valued. Being valued means that people are respected by others, and their views and feelings are listened to. Whether it's through better access t...

Loneliness Awareness Week is a campaign dedicated to raising awareness of loneliness. This year's theme, is all about reducing the stigma around this natural human emotion. So, What is Loneliness?  Loneliness is a natural human emotion. We're biologically wired for social contact, and loneliness is our signal that we need more. Definition: Lon...

Volunteering comes in many forms, you may volunteer in a school, a library or shop. You may volunteer by supporting a neighbour. Volunteering can take many forms but at the root of volunteering is that we are using our time, skills and energy to support others. And did you know it not only helps others it can also ...

This week is Volunteers Week (2nd-8th June) and we are taking the opportunity to thank all our volunteers at The Recovery College and those who volunteer in our communities across the Black Country. We appreciate everything you support us with from co-facilitating in sessions, to volunteering your time by supporting to ...

Although we have been in term down time May has been a very busy month for The Recovery College. Our Facilitator team have spent time contacting current students for their End of Term Review and new students for their Getting to Know You meeting. These conversations are the best way for us to understand why you wish to attend the college and how we...

This year marks 10 years of the Recovery College for the Black Country, and we want to celebrate this incredible journey together. We're inviting staff, students and volunteers to come and co-produce a special celebration event. The first meeting will take place 4th June from 11am-1pm via Zoom. If you would like to be part of this co-production gro...

Come and meet our friendly marketing team on 3rd June from 1pm-2pm via Zoom. Learn more about us and the courses we offer.Our ethosAsk any questions you may have. If you're interested in attending please call: 0121 543 4061 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. The RC Team ---------------------------------------------------------------------...

Poetry can be an amazing outlet to express how we are feeling, provide us with inspiration and give us an opportunity to take time out. At the college we have many talented poets, writers and artists. It is amazing how the arts can help you express thoughts and feelings.  One of our Facilitator team Sarah has written an awesome poem about...

Since 2001 the Mental Health Foundation have been bringing the UK together to focus on getting good mental health. This year the theme for the week is Community. At The Recovery College we are privileged to have a community of Students, Volunteers, Partners and Staff where we each have a vital role in making our community so spe...

It's Enrolment Week! Our Summer Term is nearly here.. Before the start of each Recovery College term we have Enrolment Week, this is when we ask you to send your course choices for the upcoming Summer Term. If you are a current student this will have been discussed in your End of Term Review, but if you are a new student this will ha...

At The Recovery College we believe everyone is valued and has a part to play. Following the news of the High Court ruling on the 2010 Equality Act we recognise the impact this news will have on the LGBT+ Community.. We all have a right to feel safe where we live, we have compiled a list of local and national organisations that you can contact ...

One of the difficulties with stress is that people experience stress in different ways. This contributes to stress manifesting itself differently. Stress isn't avoidable but it is manageable, keeping a stress relief toolkit can be a great coping strategy to support you. Today you can read what Kirstie keeps inside her toolkit. Perhaps this can give...

This week is one of the biggest moments in the Christian calendar. At Easter Christians across the world gather throughout the week to reflect on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. To learn more about Easter, click here: About Easter - Easter Customs and Traditions - WhyEaster.com The Recovery College would like to wish a Happy Easter...

 At The Recovery College, we offer a variety of courses where we discuss stress and how we can lower our stress levels and practice self care. We're asking the team what they keep in their stress relief toolkit to support them when they start to feel stressed or overwhelmed. Here's Charlotte - one of our lead facilitators toolkit! One of ...

Stress is Everywhere but what if the Antidote is love?  #LeadwithLove is a movement that promotes kindness and compassion. By leading with love, we create environments where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.  Check out this poster created by The Stress Management Society.  Download PDF File Here Further...

Although our Spring Term has come to an end there are still ways for you to attend the college during our break.  We will be delivering weekly Recover Together sessions and Health Walks across all four areas of the Black Country. These sessions are a great way to stay connected and continue to build on your learning from our Spring Term. Our L...

The Help for Heroes, Veterans Moving Forwards course has been designed by Veterans for Veterans. This course is suitable for all military Veterans, regardless of when or where they served. By the end of the course, students should understand the true impact of their military experience and be equipped with the right skills to move forward in their ...

What have we been up to in the month of March? As the weather has improved it's been great to get back out in the sun and use our Garden areas. The course is in full swing across our 4 bases and staff and students are working hard to make these spaces amazing.  if you are interested in gardening, as a beginner or an expert and are pa...